Software Engineer - Graph Data Science

Neo4j, Inc.; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Camden Town seeks a Software Engineer passionate about algorithms and data structures. In this role, you will work on improving Neo4j's Graph Data Science platform and develop high-performance Java and Python code. Ideal candidates possess strong experience in JVM languages, cloud databases, and a Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field. Join us to innovate in data analytics and machine learning.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with JVM languages or with system programming languages like C, C++, Rust and willingness to learn Java.
• Experience in developing software with a focus on performance and scalability.
• Experience with Python ecosystem, preferably through product development.

Responsibilities

• Improve Neo4j's Graph Data Science (GDS) platform.
• Write high-performance Java and Python code.
• Apply data- and benchmark-driven practices to decision-making.
• Collaborate with skilled engineers to integrate new research solutions.

Skills

Java

Python

GPU programming

C/C++

Rust

graph theory

cloud databases

data structures

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

3+ years of professional experience as a software engineer

Tools

Snowflake

JVM

GenAI tools

Job description

Overview

Do you enjoy thinking about algorithms and data structures? Are you passionate about performance? Interested in graphs? Here at Neo4j, we're building a comprehensive and high-performance platform for graph algorithms and machine learning methods to help the world make sense of data. This is an opportunity to work on cutting edge technology of machine learning and applied graph theory. Our users want to analyze data relationships and structures to develop answers, insights and predictions about their data. You will work on products that will go directly into the hands of our customers who are using Neo4j products to identify financial crimes, perform real-time recommendation, and power knowledge graph applications.

Responsibilities

• Improve Neo4j's Graph Data Science (GDS) platform, including its integrations in Neo4j Aura and Snowflake
• Write high-performance Java and Python code with a strong focus on usability, efficiency, and scalability
• Apply data- and benchmark-driven practices to drive decision-making and design
• Work in a highly collaborative and friendly team of skilled and motivated engineers
• Identify and integrate new areas of research that can solve our customers' most difficult problems
• Partner with software engineers from other teams in Neo4j to ensure interoperability with the core database
• Strong experience with JVM languages or with system programming languages, such as C, C++, Rust and willingness to learn Java
• Experience in developing software with a focus on performance and scalability
• Experience with the Python ecosystem, preferably through writing products in Python
• Creativity and motivation to drive your own ideas
• Master\'s degree in Computer Science or another related field or 3+ years of professional experience as a software engineer
• Experience in GPU programming, SIMD / vectorization or other hardware-level optimization techniques
• Experience with cloud databases, especially Snowflake
• Familiarity with graph theory
• Experience with working in a distributed / remote team
• Experience with GenAI tools and MCP servers

About Neo4j

Neo4j is the leader in Graph Database & Analytics, helping organizations uncover hidden patterns and relationships across billions of data connections deeply, easily, and quickly. Customers use Neo4j to gain a deeper understanding of their business and reveal new ways of solving their most pressing problems. Over 84% of Fortune 100 companies use Neo4j, along with a vibrant community of 250,000+ developers, data scientists, and architects across the globe.

Neo4j is the most popular graph database in the world with customers in every industry globally. Our growth has been driven by expanding cloud offerings and partnerships with leading cloud hyperscalers and ecosystem players.

Join our team to help shape the future of data and analytics. Some notable facts: Neo4j recently surpassed $200M in annual recurring revenue (ARR); raised significant funding; and is recognized by analysts for its cloud database leadership.

Neo4j values: we foster collaboration and empower each of us to contribute and put our innovative stamp on projects. We hire candidates who reflect our core values: relationships, user success, open and inclusive culture, positive intent, intellectually honest discussions, and delivering on commitments. We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy; please read the privacy notice regarding Neo4j\'s recruitment process to understand how we will handle the personal data that you provide.

Legal and Inclusion Note

Research shows that members of underrepresented communities are less likely to apply for jobs when they don\'t meet all the qualifications. If this is part of the reason you hesitate to apply, we encourage you to reconsider and review your application. Neo4j is committed to building an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace for everyone to develop their potential and have a positive, career-defining experience. We look forward to receiving your application.